Scott Morrison’s secret appointments legal, but undermined principles of government
23 Aug 2022
UNSW constitutional law experts have welcomed a further inquiry into the former prime minister’s secret appointments to key ministries.
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‘Use it or lose it’ – getting NDIS funding is only half the battle for participants
‘Use it or lose it’ – getting NDIS funding is only half the battle for participants
23 Aug 2022
Some NDIS participants worry if they don’t spend their annual funds, they won’t be offered the same support in their next plan – and it’s harder for some to use what they’ve been allocated.
Empowering childhood cancer survivors to engage in physical activity
Empowering childhood cancer survivors to engage in physical activity
23 Aug 2022
A self-paced digital health program has potential to help survivors of childhood cancer build healthy lifestyle behaviours.
What makes power hungry bosses tick? And what can be done about it?
What makes power hungry bosses tick? And what can be done about it?
23 Aug 2022
There are several tell-tale signs of a power hungry leader, says UNSW Business School’s Richard Holden.
New inexpensive Wi-Fi system improves fire detection
New inexpensive Wi-Fi system improves fire detection
23 Aug 2022
A Sydney Harbour Tunnel explosion showcases the work of UNSW researchers using wireless signals and artificial intelligence to more accurately identify dangerous fire situations.
DNA profiling helps explain how the rabbit plague took over Australia
DNA profiling helps explain how the rabbit plague took over Australia
23 Aug 2022
Scientists use genetics and historical records to reveal how the species pulled off one of the most infamous biological invasions of all time.
Jay Carmichael’s gay love story set in conservative 1950s Australia intrigues, but fails to convince
Jay Carmichael’s gay love story set in conservative 1950s Australia intrigues, but fails to convince
22 Aug 2022
Jay Carmichael’s novel explores how Australian same-sex attracted men lived after the end of the Second World War. But does it impose present concerns on the past?
Innovative marine science hub receives funding of $4.5 million
Innovative marine science hub receives funding of $4.5 million
22 Aug 2022
The funding will help the Sydney Institute of Marine Science restore Sydney Harbour at a scale rarely seen before.
An apple a day on doctors' orders keeps ill health away
An apple a day on doctors’ orders keeps ill health away
22 Aug 2022
A new study prescribing ‘food as medicine’ shows promise for doctors and patients managing diet-related diseases.
Addressing the teacher shortage long-term requires current focus
Addressing the teacher shortage long-term requires current focus
19 Aug 2022
It’s not enough to simply reduce poor working conditions. We must create supportive working environments where teachers can thrive.